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Concerns raised for health professionals exposed to radiation at work

 https://www.skynews.com.au/lifestyle/health/concerns-raised-for-health-professionals-exposed-to-radiation-at-work/video/6216ed317c9b0392811b3e850b8c5f23 18 Aug 24
The rise of x-ray-guided operations has raised concerns for health professionals who are now being exposed to more radiation at work.

The game-changing procedures have reduced the need for serious surgeries, improving health outcomes for many Australians with heart problems and other diseases.

“There are multiple steps that the hospitals take to reduce the exposure, however, a certain degree of exposure is inevitable,” said Interventional and Instructional Cardiologist Dr Samer Noaman.

August 20, 2024 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | radiation